FUZZ FACE

One of the first/second generation fuzz devices, the Fuzz Face has been around since 1966 and in production in some form or another since then with little change to the original design. The first versions came equipped with germanium transistors up until around 1969 when more reliable silicon transistors were adopted. By far the most noted exponent of the Fuzz Face was Jimi Hendrix, but it has appeared on a great many recordings over the years - if I was to recommend a couple I'd say listen to the late Ron Asheton on the first self-titled Stooges album, or Blue Cheer's Vincebus Eruptum to get an idea of what the FF is all about.